The Return Of The Druses
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The Return of the Druses is a play written by Robert Browning, first published in 1843. The play is set in the 17th century and revolves around the return of the Druses, a religious sect, to their homeland in Lebanon. The story follows the conflict between the Druses and the Ottoman Empire, as well as the personal struggles of the characters.The play opens with the arrival of the Druses, who have been in exile for several years. They are met with suspicion and hostility from the Ottoman authorities, who fear an uprising. The Druses are led by Djabal, a charismatic and enigmatic figure who claims to be the rightful ruler of the Druses.Djabal's presence causes tension among the Druses, as some believe he is a fraud and others see him as a savior. The play explores themes of identity, loyalty, and betrayal as the characters navigate their allegiances to their religion, their country, and their personal desires.The Return of the Druses is known for its complex characters and intricate plot. It is considered one of Browning's most successful plays and has been praised for its exploration of political and religious themes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781432533632
- ISBN-10: 1432533630
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: April 2007
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.15 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.23 pounds
- Page Count: 64
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